Gibbus Deformity
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Gibbus Deformity

What is a Gibbus Deformity? Gibbus deformity is a spinal condition characterized by a sharp angulation or curvature of the spine, often resulting from a vertebral compression fracture. This deformity can be caused by several conditions such as trauma, tumors, or congenital defects, but it is most usually linked to Pott’s disease, also known as…

Upper Cross Syndrome
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Upper Cross Syndrome

What is an upper cross syndrome? Upper Cross Syndrome (UCS) is a common postural imbalance that occurs when certain muscles in the upper body become tight while others weaken. This muscular imbalance leads to a forward head posture, rounded shoulders, and a hunched upper back, often associated with prolonged sitting, poor posture, and repetitive tasks….

Genu Recurvatum
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Genu Recurvatum

What is a Genu Recurvatum? The disorder known as genu recurvatum, or knee hyperextension, is characterized by excessive knee joint extension or backward bending beyond its normal range of motion. When standing straight, the lower leg is positioned behind the thigh due to the knee joint’s extension backward. Incidence Congenital genu recurvatum is an uncommon…

posterior pelvic tilt
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Posterior Pelvic Tilt

What is Posterior Pelvic Tilt? Posterior pelvic tilt refers to a condition where the pelvis rotates backward, causing the lower back to flatten and the hips to thrust forward. This alteration in pelvic positioning can lead to a cascade of musculoskeletal imbalances and discomfort. Typically, the pelvis is in a neutral position when standing, allowing…

Ape Hand Vs Claw Hand
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Ape Hand Vs Claw Hand

Introduction The ape hand and claw hand are two distinct deformities that affect the hand and its functionality. Ape hand deformity, also known as median nerve palsy, occurs due to damage or compression of the median nerve, leading to weakness or paralysis of the thumb’s opposition movement, resembling the hand of an ape. On the…